chola

/ˈtʃoʊlə/
noun
  1. A style of dress and makeup associated with Mexican-American women, often featuring dark lip liner, heavy eyeliner, and baggy clothing.
    • Many young women in the neighborhood admired the chola style for its boldness.
    • The fashion show featured modern takes on the chola aesthetic.
    • She wore a classic chola look with winged eyeliner and hoop earrings.
  2. A woman or girl who is part of a Mexican-American subculture, often associated with a particular style and attitude.
    • In the movie, the main character is a chola from East Los Angeles.
    • The documentary explored the lives of cholas in the 1990s.
    • My cousin was known as a chola in high school because of her style and confidence.
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